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Ballast Point Sculpin
This quintessential American IPA presents a vibrant tapestry of West Coast hop character. The aroma is an immediate explosion of tropical and stone fruits, specifically highlighting ripe apricot, succulent peach, and juicy mango, balanced by a sharp lemon citrus edge. Despite its assertive hopping across five separate stages, the malt profile remains clean and supportive, allowing the complex fruit notes to take center stage. On the palate, a crisp, lighter body enhances the hop-forward profile, delivering a firm, refreshing bitterness that provides a lingering, signature sting on the finish. It is a bright, gold-medal-winning example of the style, defined by its clean fermentation and refreshing complexity.
Appearance. Medium gold to deep yellow (6-8 SRM). Brilliant clarity with a medium-sized, persistent white head that leaves significant lacing.
Aroma. High intensity hop aroma featuring prominent notes of mango, apricot, peach, and bright lemon. Low, clean, grainy-sweet maltiness provides a subtle background. Fermentation is very clean with negligible esters beyond the hop-derived fruitiness.
Taste. Intensely hoppy initial impression, bursting with mango, peach, and lemon zest. Bitterness is firm and assertive (70 IBU), balanced by a low, clean, crackery malt base. The fermentation profile is exceptionally clean, leading to a dry, crisp finish with a long-lasting, resinous, and fruity hop aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a smooth, crisp texture. Carbonation is medium-high. Very light, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present without any harshness or astringency.
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Ballast Point Sculpin
IPA - AMERICAN SAN DIEGO • CALIFORNIA SIZE:35.5 cl ABV:7.0% UNTAPPD:3.97 The Sculp ...s to be a catalyst for the San Diego brewing scene, setting the trend for handcrafted ales. Inspired by our customers, employees and brewers, the Sculpin IPA is bright with aromas of apricot, pea ...
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IPA - AMERICAN SAN DIEGO • CALIFORNIA SIZE:35.5 cl ABV:7.0% UNTAPPD:3.97 The Sculpin IPA is a testament to our humble beginnings as Home Brew Mart. Founded in 1992, the Mart continues to be a catalyst for the San Diego brewing scene, setting the trend for handcrafted ales. Inspired by our customers, employees and brewers, the Sculpin IPA is bright with aromas of apricot, peach, mango and lemon. Its lighter body also brings out the crispness of the hops. This delicious Ballast Point Ale took a Bronze Medal at the 2007 Great American Beer Festival in the Pro Am category. The Sculpin fish has poisonous spikes on its fins that can give a strong sting. Ironically, the meat from a Sculpin is considered some of the most tasty. Something that has a sting but tastes great, sounds like a Ballast Point India Pale Ale.
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